How to Upgrade a Dell Motherboard's Bios using a USB Drive
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- Опубликовано: 23 авг 2024
- Hello IT Pros, this is Alvendril! In this video I show how to update the Bios version of a Dell computer using a USB Thumb Drive
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This worked perfectly on an old Precision T3600, from which I type this now. If only all tutorials were as good as this. Many thanks to My IT Workshop.
If you are watching this in 2024 leave a thumbs up today i thought i bricked my mother board but i didn't after the update the system didn't boot i later realised its because i had 2 hard drives after i downgraded the bios, took out the cmos, reset the utility setup to factory etc I almost lost hope then i reaclised it could be hard drive now i need to update the bios again and set the hard drives 😂😂😂😂 I watch all your videos thank God you made one about how the pc looks like when bricked from there i knew my own wasn't.
i almost forgot i have dell n5110 and decided to update it to windows 10, but the screen went black after updating drivers.i went to forum and said its bios compatibility and took me 3 days to figure how to update. i almost gave up, till i watched this video what a life saver. . .. . . thanks :D
Great Video. I recently purchased an old Dell Vostro 220. I tried for two days to update the bios. In my case, I got the usb drive to boot but what I didn't know was the file with the bios update got renamed, so I couldn't run it. When I saw you run the command "dir" for showing the directory, I saw the actual name of the file, and then I could run said file. Bravo!
Which file did you change the name ? Did you change it in the usb drive or with the command line ?
I cannot use my keyboard when booting so I am trying to update my bios to restore keyboard function, but because of that I cannot use "dir" command line..
Thanks
Savage!I been scratching my head for a few day trying to update my bios due to the notorious dell black screen due to corrupted bios. I was able to finally resolve my issue many thanks. FYI I personally disabled virtualization in bios because i read it on the dell forums that it is most often the problem. Some even claim to upgrade the bios directly from windows with virtualization disabled. It will just prompt you to restart your pc and then the upgrade process will begin.once it is complete it will reboot once more and you can boot into bios and re-enable virtualization
This worked!. Follow the instructions to the letter, otherwise you'll have problems. Thanks!
Running a PowerEdge R710 got to the DIAG C:> terminal just couldn't figure out how to run the flash just needed to run dir and see how the machine read the executable thanks!
worked on Vostro 220s G45M03 Rev: A00 mobo. Thank you!
Excelente amigo. Se agradece por vuestro tiempo y realmente ha sido muy practico actualizar la bios de mi laptop.
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I was stupid lost my login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me!
@Anakin Brentley instablaster :)
@Davis Conner thanks for your reply. I found the site thru google and Im in the hacking process atm.
Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
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Thank you so much, you saved my account !
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This is worked. Thank you so much !
Thank You. In case no one as said, if you are updating the bios of a WORK STATION, the command line will probably be the model of your computer, followed by .exe. Just look for what .exe file is listed after running dir. Do not eneter it as displayed in upper case, but enter it in lower case.
Thank you, worked perfectly for me.
I get the error:
'HEIDEN_2.6.6' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.
When I try to run the file.
Thoughts?
It worked! Thank you so much
Awesome it worked just as you said.
Thanks for the comment :)
This video is great but OLD. Current/ newest Dell BIOS drivers give a "This program cannot be run in DOS mode" when attempted to be installed through this method.
Same problem with my pc
Nice... Worked for me.
My friend's Dell laptop was super slow, so I performed various optimization processes and got it back to normal running faster. However, at the very end I updated various drivers from Dell's website, and I left the BIOS update to the very end. Well, after the BIOS update, the laptop started working super slow once again. To be honest, I can't tell for sure if the BIOS update is the culprit. What would you recommend I do next, should I downgrade the BIOS, or should I re do the BIOS update process once again, just in case it's corrupted?
Hi Eduardo,
Something that improves the operating system speed dramatically is replacing the mechanical hard drive (HDD) for a Solid State Drive (SSD) on a laptop or desktop computer. Now, I have a video for cloning HDD to SSD using free software:
ruclips.net/video/VQ9jQd-SeJw/видео.html
Before doing that, I would run the antivirus to make sure we are safe on that side.
I do not think the Bios update is the reason for the computer's slowness. Besides, downgrading the Bios version MIGHT damage the computer. However, If you really, really need to do it I also have a video for that:
ruclips.net/video/jmw6-K2bcBM/видео.html
Finally, if replacing the HDD for a SSD or just replacing the HDD for a new one is off the table. I would reinstall windows on the laptop. However, i have done that many times in the past and the speed does not increase much......
Thanks for the comment!
@@MyITWorkshop I really appreciate the information, I'll check out the videos you mentioned. And regarding the issue, last night I performed (again) a disc defragmentation and it took several hours, but the speed improved drastically. On the other hand, I found out that Avast was also slowing it down during the boosting and restarting process, so I customized some of the unnecessary options they have in it, and now works even faster.
Thanks! Too easy!!
How do I upgrade the Bios on my Optiplex 745 with Windows 10 Pro 64 bit?
I have a Dell OptiPlex 790 Desktop, but it has a locked BIOS, that's how they sold it to me, I get an error saying ... SYSTEM NUMBER: xxxxxx I try to unlock it using the master key from the BIOS page, but it won't grab it, try to use this method but to continue with the flashing it also asks me for the password.
What can I do in that case and tried everything from removing the battery to updating the bios but everything asks me for a password, this PC does not have a Jumper.
Hello,
It’s kinda unusual that it does not have a jumper to clean the bios password. Something you can try is: with the power cable connected to the wall, but the computer is turned off, press the power button for 30 secs. If it works, it will reset all the settings in the BIOS to factory settings.
Thanks for the comment.
Well, I'll be getting a refurbished Optiplex 790 and it has no hard drives. So no windows either. Is there a nonbootable USB flash drive flashing that bios just through USB storage if needed I'm double-checking everything before I even attempt to try including checking the bios version and other settings, like making sure secure boot is disabled and AHCI mode only, and so forth? Legacy also as well with it enabled. I so hope someone who'll sees this will know and kindly answer. Thanks.
Great worked fr me 👍
Hi! When I run the .exe file, Im just getting the phrase "testing" and nothing else happens. Im trying to update 3125 from A08 to A16. Thanks in advance, awsome video!
Hello Luis,
That happens to me as well on a Dell Inspiron 3521. I found a solution to that problem. I am creating the video and i hope to upload it this week.
Thanks for the comment!
Hello Luis,
If you still have the problem, I now have a video that shows how to overcome that issue.
ruclips.net/video/GlrZhRkUYG8/видео.html
when I type in update.exe it issues a "test." prompt but no initiation.
alternaltively, when you are in boot menu, why dont you choose "FLASH UPDATE"? so you dont need to type cmd
I am completely confused. I downloaded the bios for My Latitude D610 and also the Dell Dpp program but I have no idea what folders go where and what "extra files" you deleted! What a mess!!
Hello, it does not work for Inspiron N4110 (14R) ... the same thing happens to me, it tells me that it cannot be run in DOS mode, please help me.
Hello william,
In that case I would try this method:
ruclips.net/video/GlrZhRkUYG8/видео.html
it is a video on which you create a winPE USB and launch the Bios update from it.
Hope it helps.
Thanks for the comment!
Hi I have a Dell optiplex 7060 micro and it has a custom bios how can I remove it and load the factory Dell bios
At the last step I typed update.exe and got the reply, this program cannot be run in dos mode
For dell 5520 not working, when I hit the enter it says test. That is all
Hello Armen,
Ohhh the good “test” message. I made a video about it that might help you. Just type in youtube or in my channel: Dell Bios Update using a WinPe Boot USB | "test" message
Hope it helps!
Thanks for the comment!
I am getting an error LEGACY BOOT OF UFEI MEDIA in my dell optiplex 780. What is the procedure to resolve it my Bios version is A03
My laptop is a Precision M4700, but my battery does not get the minimum 10% . What can I do? I have the E61, No Boot problem. Thanks on advance.
dell, XPS 13-L322X: Image failed to verify with access denied press any key to continue, please can you me out. i can not get into the bios to turn off secure boot, but the is no CMOS battery to reset and i am stuck with that message. i have try all possible combination to access the bios. Fn + F12, F12, F2, Fn + F2, Fn + power. please help.
So I am stuck with a Dell laptop.
Their BIOS files come as .exe.
They tell the user to place the download on the computer's desktop and simply DoubleClick it to run the process.
However, doing so I only get error messages such as "cannot load the driver - C:\WINDOWS\TEMP\WINPHLASH\PHLASHNT.SYS:", and "please check your accounts, if you have no administrator proviledge, please login again! Error code 1275." (Sure I am the computer's admin.)
There is some option to browse for the file in a folder "Winphlash", but there I need a file with the extension .rom, which I neither have, nor can create by converting the original file.
That's kinda messy ....
I see it works with your guys 3020 and 9020, so it should work for my 7020 too right ??
Hi mrbloody562
,
So far the only Dell model on which this method doesn't work, (that i have tested it), is the Dell Inspiron family.
I don't think you will have a problem on your 7020.
Thanks for the comment!
on typing update.exe and enter gives Test. as result nothing is happening ..please help me my laptop is dell insprion 15 3521
Hello Naveen,
I had the same issue on a Dell. I created this video: ruclips.net/video/GlrZhRkUYG8/видео.html which shows how to overcome that "test" message. Now, depending on the model the battery may need to be in working condition.
Hope it helps
Thanks for the comment!
so I installed a HDD from my acer aspire into my Dell G3 which didn't have a hdd at all... It works but it shows up as acer... how do I get it back to dell?
Dell optiplex 3010, windows 11. This video is not ot helping. Show us another for specific Dell optiplex 3010. Which currently have company default bios..Now A22 is available but how to install that in windows 11
I followed everything but it didn't update
The dell logo showed up but then it booted into windows straight afterwards
What might've gone wrong?
Can you make video about how to upgrade a gigabyte motherboard bios using a USB drive
Hello,
I did it some time ago, here it is:
ruclips.net/video/ryZCNkfPMyI/видео.html
Hope it help
Thanks for the comment.
I have a dell with a wiped hard drive. I have to use my asus but I can’t even open the file to get those files that I need because it says “Running on an unsupported system”
so i followed everything in the video but once i got to the startup screen i seen my hard drive but not my usb.
Hello,
There are some things I would try:
- Try using another USB flash drive to create the bootable USB
- See in the computer Bios if "Legacy boot" is enabled
Hope it helps
Thanks for the comment!
thank you so much
'ME is in recovery mode'
solved🙏
I'm trying to do a flash update but the "Begin flash update" option is disabled
Hello JuanM0919,
Do you have Bitlocker activated on your computer?
Bitlocker is an encrypting software by Microsoft, if it's active you can't update your Bios version. On your computer go to "This PC", if you see the C drive with a lock that means you have active.
Hope it helps
thanks for the comment!
@@MyITWorkshop Thanks!! Now work
hi i have this error this program cannot be run in dos mode
Hello drak640,
Maybe this video will help: ruclips.net/video/GlrZhRkUYG8/видео.html
Thanks for the comment!
Hi, eny idea y the update.exe command doesn't work
Hi, thanks for your video.
I cannot use my keyboard when booting (dont know why) so I am trying to update my bios to restore keyboard function, but because of that I cannot use "dir" command line.. Is there another way to get the name of the file correct, so that the error message does not show up ?
Im trying to revive an old PC but because of the fact that I cant use the keyboard ... it's kind of hard haha.. I already tried to reset the CMOS by removing the battery, but it does not work.
Thanks for any help !
Hello Jeyms,
These are somethings to try:
1) Use a wired keyboard if you, like me, use a wireless one.
2) Try all other USB ports on the computer.
3) Try another keyboard.
4) Make sure "USB Emulation" option is ON in BIOS setup.
Can't remember under what tab this option is located, but it exists.
5) Shut down the computer, disconnect the power supply/battery, disconnect all peripherals. Next, press the power button for around 15 seconds, release it, connect everything again and see if that fixes the problem. This action gets rid of the power stored in the capacitors.
6) I would try another USB thumb drive or brand to create the bootable USB.
7) I would also run Dell diagnostics on the computer to see if everything is working correctly.
That's what I can think of right now...
Hope it helps.
Thanks for the comment!
@@MyITWorkshop Thanks for your answer !
The setup exist, why need flash drive? Just double click to exe. file and ready your new BIOS installation.
Hi Emil,
That's true, you can con do it from Windows itself, i have done some videos about that in the past.
Now, when you update the BIOS version from a bootable USB you don't have to know what OS is installed on the system. It may be some flavor of Linux or some variation of Windows, you don't even need to access the OS. Besides, if you handle multiple brands and models, It is easier to just know the PC/Laptop model, download the latest Bios version copy it to the USB drive and update it.
Now, there is an even more efficient way. Update it through the network, multiple computers at the same time.
I am learning how to do it and I hope to post it on the channel in the future.
Thanks for the comment!
Many though will not use Windows tho too, and why flashing from USB fat filesystem storage within the BIOS should always be an option. I've seen this before on many computers.
u not say this software not working all usb pendrive
I like the channel
Dell Zino HD 410
I have a problem and I want your help if you can
I want the arc bios in bin format exe
I got it
After bios update camera not working in dell inspiron windows 10
Heelo Zakir,
I would check Dell website, look for the model and see any driver update for the camera.
Hope it helps
Thanks for the comment!
Camera driver is missing in imaging devices can not install
How to reinstall corrupted dell bios using USB flash drive?
is the 7010 i5 4 gen supported? i will be inserting a new psu and a new graphics card. should i insert the new psu and then update? or should i insert my rx 570 and the psu and them update? please answer as i need to know asap thank you
Hello Toxosan,
Starting at 4:36 i show what models are compatible with this tool, normally you need to know the family for example: Inspiron, latitude, vostro, etc. Now, most Dell models are compatible with this method unless it is a super old one or simply it isn’t.
If am not mistaken your 7010 should be an Optiplex.
About the video card, as long as the motherboard has the socket for it, typically DDR5, it will work with no problems even with and old Bios.
In the odd case that the video card did not work and you know it does, i would take it out and update the Bios version. However, like i said, that’s not likely.
Thanks for the comment!
My IT Workshop what about the psu? Will it be fine? And yes the rx570 has ddr5 and is a latest gpu
My IT Workshop I am looking at the timestamp and it shows no supportation of optiplex 7010
I updated the same model, dont remember the generation in one of my videos some time ago, it worked with no problems, however, i cant guarantee that for all gens. The psu, as long as it has enough watts/power to feed the demands of the coMputer there are no problems there, psu are standard.......in most cases.
Hope it helps!
My IT Workshop ok thank you! And it is a 750 w will rose bronze cert
How do I upgrade the BiOS on an Optiplex 745?
Do I copy the HEIDEN_2.6.6 onto the USB?
Thanks!
yes , try pls
Hello, does it work on a Dell Alienware M15x?
Hello Eduard,
I never tested it on Alienware. However, Alienware was bought by Dell many years ago, i would think the method is compatible.
Thanks for the comment!
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Pls reply does it works on dell optiplex 380?
Hello saina,
I've tried this method on an Optiplex 360, worked with no problems. I would think It works on a 380 as well.
Thanks for the comment!
When it boots up i only get three options
It maybe to late lol but remove the files he says to I didn't at first and it did not work
Is optiplex 760 supported?
Hello Bushido,
Can't be 100% sure It will work on that model. However, I've updated the Bios version on a Dell Optiplex 360 from a USB with no problems.
Hope it helps.
Thanks for the comment!
hello, for me it says This Program cannot be run in DOS Mode, any help appreciated
Hello I have the same problem did you find a solution to this?
how can i downgrade my dell 530 inspiron can i wipe out the update are delete it how can i help mi plz post a video ok
I have corrupted bios that PC on no display, how to blind update bios, nonpause noreboot, direct to bios.exe through USB
Sadly you probably turned pc while update its dead motherboard now
please install a battery and press y mi bateria esta dañada y no puedo continuar
me podrias ayudar dell lapttitude e6420
Hello Krizzthian Sinisterra,
I have a video about a dell computer with dead battery :
ruclips.net/video/wh8dUxPXkrc/видео.html
Hope it helps you :)
it doesn't work for me, it gets stuck
por que no hay actualixacion para inspirion 1545 o hay forma de flashear el bios
Hi Pedro,
The latest version for a Dell Inspiron 1545 is "A14" that came out around 2010. If you don't have it already I leave the link below:
www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/04/drivers/driversdetails?driverid=ndg06
Hope it helps
Thanks for the comment!
Hi thanks for sharing, my computer is saying No Boot Device Available, how do I fix this? Also I have a dell Inspiron which is a 3646. Before the above message it was saying cannot boot, strike F1 or F2. Can you please advise on what to do here the only thing I’m able to access is the BIOS. Thanks
I tried this on my 3020mt and it didn't work
Thanks a lot..
Is Optiplex 9020 supported?
Hello Tomas,
This method worked on a Dell Optiplex 9030 AIO. It is very likely it will work on a 9020.
Thanks for the comment!
Kia hum isse system model change ker sakte hai?
Hello,
This process is to update the Bios version on a Del computer. It wont change its model.
@@MyITWorkshop model laptop model number is dell inspiron 5421 tha repaire se phele but repair ke baad 3421 show ker rha hai and jab mene unse ye kha ki motherboard change kia hai unhone toh wo bole ki motherboard ke bios ki setting ki wajah se hai ye plz aap kuch bta dijiye
Mere laptop ka motherboard change toh nhi kia unhone?
❤❤
CANT UPDATE ANY DELL BIOS WITHOUT BATTERY INSTALLED ....HATE THIS MACHINE ... BATTERY DIED MANY YEARS AGO
Hello Brad,
Maybe this video will help. It is about updating a bios version on a laptop with damaged battery:
ruclips.net/video/wh8dUxPXkrc/видео.html
Hope it helps.
Thanks for the comment!
i tried to run the app, it said the program cannot be run in DOS mode
Hello Shubhankar Poonia,
Does this happen when you are booting from the USB? If so, is your Dell computer in the list of compatible models that is shown in the video min 4:38 ?
I have a Dell Latitude 3532 on which this method does not work. The other method is to update BIOS from windows itself.
Thanks for the comment.
@@MyITWorkshop i come to section where you run dir command, it shows all those file inside but hen i run the update.exe it show cannot run in dos mode
@@shubhankarpoonia6971 That confirms it is a compatibility issue. I would suggest to update the BIOS version from Windows itself.
If you are not sure how to do that i have a video about it: ruclips.net/video/bn6QH4z8pso/видео.html
Hope it helps
Thanks for the comment!
Hi there... I tried this method. Also another using Windows Pe... My laptop is Alienware M14Xr2 using ur method shows Test and goes back to Diag c:/ Test ... I am trying to update www.dell.com/support/home/en-my/product-support/product/alienware-m14x-r2/drivers Bios A16 using the /forceit command it opens insydeFlash and require a battery which I do not have. Appreciate if you could help. thank you in advance
Me to
You talk to much and just go straight to the point so that we are clear to assure to catch up with the tutorial.
Thanks u anyway
But The BIOS file from Alienware doesn’t allow to run in DOS mode, what can I do?
I use Linux so i can't run that exe and dell's guide for linux doesn't work at all.
You may have to use and I assume you tried the unetbootin method yea many say that doesn't work. But CLI on Linux with the dd command appears to work a lot if doing the FreeDOS way.
I'm waiting to get one a Dell myself so am hoping too for flash from USB storage will be an option otherwise I may have to figure something out here with Freedos possibly. The documentation tho on this is terrible.
@@Matt2010 I gave up on this, If it ain't broke don't fix it
it says unable to start a secure flash session
Hello Red,
I would try disabling the the Virtualization Option.
This option is normally under the "Advanced" tab in the BIOS.
Thanks for the comment!
My IT Workshop well it worked without turning that option...
Actually my bios version was very old...
So installing the newest was causing trouble...
Thats why i first installed a less newer version and then installed the newest..
My IT Workshop what does that option do btw??
@@redrakham8060 I am glad it worked!
The "Virtualization option" when it is enabled allows your computer to run Virtual Machines. Let's say you have win 7, while you are logged in your session you can create more VMs that run Linux, other win 7 or and (if you can find it) wind 95. All of them at the same time. Now, as may imagine it also depends on the capacity of your Processor, Ram, Hard Drive. Besides, old computers/processors do not have that option. Virtualization is a great thing!
Thanks for the comment!
My IT Workshop do you mean virtual machine as in vmware or dual boot?
How do I get my usb back to the original capacity?
Hi Hec Tor, did you try to format the Usb Thumb drive? right click on the USB , format, choose either Fat 32 or NTFS , you can give it a name and Start.
The format process should restore your USB drive to its original capacity.
Why do you explane everything your thinking and every reason why you move your Mouse ?
Annoying 😱
omg, fuc.. master. just facepalm on the facepalm.
how can i downgrade my dell 530 inspiron can i wipe out the update are delete it how can i help mi plz post a video ok
Hello dwayne,
It is not advisable to downgrade a computer Bios version for it may damage it permanently.
However, if you really need to do it here is a video I made on that topic.
ruclips.net/video/jmw6-K2bcBM/видео.html
Thanks for the comment!